Sugar Grove (IL) Professional Firefighter's Local 4748

04/08/2026

The City of DeKalb regrets to inform the community of the tragic passing of one of our firefighter/paramedics on Monday, April 6, 2026. Our focus remains on supporting the firefighter’s family, friends, and our department members during this difficult time.

The DeKalb Fire Department sincerely appreciates the support and understanding of the community. Funeral arrangements are pending. Please respect the privacy of the family as they navigate this difficult time.

04/04/2026

02/06/2026

Everyone at Local 4748 is devastated to hear the news of Brother Anthony’s wife Amber’s sudden passing. Brother, you, your family, and all of Calumet City Professional Firefighters Local 621 are in our thoughts and prayers.

We have linked the the Yard Foundation fundraiser below if you would like to support Anthony and his family in this unimaginable time.

On Friday, January 30th, 2026, our brother Anthony experienced an unimaginable loss. His wife Amber, at only 28 years old, suffered a medical emergency and tragically passed away. Anthony has suddenly found himself not only without the woman he refers to as "the rock" of his family, but a young sing...